RAL 740-5 vs Starboard
RAL 740-5 (RAL Effect) and Starboard (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. RAL 740-5 reads as blue, while Starboard reads as blue-green — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 3-point LRV gap — 11 for Starboard vs 7 for RAL 740-5 — means Starboard will open up a space more effectively. ΔE 5.8 means they're clearly different, but not dramatically so — they'd pair well in the same room. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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RAL 740-5 vs Starboard Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 740-5 on one side and Starboard on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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